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Writings
Welcome to "Writings", where I am excited to share my voice and insights with you. As a consultant, coach, and advisor, I have gathered valuable experiences that have shaped my perspectives. In this blog, you will find a collection of my thoughts, emotions, and reflections from my journey through life. Join me as we explore together the many facets of personal and professional growth.



Paula Tibre
- Jul 18, 2022
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Paula Tibre
- Apr 6
- 2 min
Navigating the Paradoxes of Leadership
There is a narrative that says that good leaders are consistent in their decision-making, keep their commitments and stay on message. The...

Paula Tibre
- Aug 17, 2022
- 3 min
The Stories of Global Leaders
Leaders are not created by organizations. Leaders are created in families, education systems, and communities and later on, developed...

Paula Tibre
- Jul 18, 2022
- 3 min
Navigating Cultures
Meeting after meeting, the things we discussed in the team were not picked up, while new challenges were coming our way. I felt like...

Paula Tibre
- Jul 14, 2022
- 2 min
Are You Leading Change Or Protecting Yourself From It?
There were many moments in my career as a change leader when I didn’t understand why organizational change has evolved in a certain way....

Paula Tibre
- Jun 26, 2022
- 1 min
How To Build Your Small Circle of Trust
Succeeding in a senior leadership role is hard. But succeeding on your own is even harder, sometimes impossible. People who succeed know...

Paula Tibre
- Jun 26, 2022
- 1 min
What Makes A Great Change Leader?
I was privileged to meet and work with many leaders with excellent results. But a few outstanding ones managed to drive change in...

Paula Tibre
- Jun 26, 2022
- 1 min
Reflection = passivity or learning?
In an organisation that is fast-paced and forward-looking, reflection can be seen as passivity and therefore discouraged. In an...

Paula Tibre
- Jun 26, 2022
- 2 min
Reflection As A Bridge to Transformation
Organisational transformations start with a bold vision, a new strategy, revised cultures, new organisational structures and processes,...

Paula Tibre
- Jun 21, 2022
- 4 min
A Story of Life and Work Design Transformation
Stories of transformation inspire me. Luckily, I see many such stories in my day-to-day work. Today I would like to share with you...

Paula Tibre
- Jun 16, 2022
- 4 min
6 Pitfalls In Transitioning To A Bigger Role
Ralph Waldo Emerson captures the essence of transitions in what is now one of my favourite quotes: “Not in his goals but in his...

Paula Tibre
- Jun 14, 2022
- 4 min
6 Guidelines For Navigating The Transition To A Bigger Role
You wanted a bigger role. Now you got it. Congratulations, it’s a big step. It’s also just the first step. What does it feel like to be...

Paula Tibre
- Jun 7, 2022
- 2 min
The Risk of Idealizing Leadership
What comes to mind when you think of a leader? The concept of leadership has shifted a lot over time. From the outside, we often see...

Paula Tibre
- Jun 1, 2022
- 1 min
Executive Master in Change - Learnings Module #1
Change and transitions affect organisations and people at a profound level. The typical management tools prove somewhat limited in...

Paula Tibre
- May 31, 2022
- 2 min
The Power of Group Transformation
Working with groups is one of my favourite activities. Each group has an inner life, a dynamic complexity that awaits to be uncovered....

Paula Tibre
- May 24, 2022
- 2 min
Clear Endings Accelerate Change
Adapting boldly is one of the four behaviours of world-class leaders. Leaders who adapt boldly are roughly seven times more likely to...

Paula Tibre
- May 18, 2022
- 3 min
Why Is Listening So Hard?
I met an old colleague, a few years later after working together. He made a statement that caught me by surprise: “The biggest change in...

Paula Tibre
- May 10, 2022
- 2 min
How Can I Help?
There is a famous line in a movie series that represents the very idea of leadership: “How Can I Help?” It got me thinking about help. I...

Paula Tibre
- Apr 15, 2022
- 1 min
What Is My Role In This Situation?
Leadership is a great responsibility, especially in the current times of uncertainty. And so, when it comes to becoming overwhelmed or...

Paula Tibre
- Apr 1, 2022
- 2 min
Are You in a Career Transition?
I remember a good friend sending me a gift. It was a book about career transformations. When I received it, I could not read it; it just...

Paula Tibre
- Apr 1, 2022
- 2 min
The Art of Building Stakeholder Relationships
Stakeholder management is an art. It’s the art that allows a senior leader to shape their vision, get buy-in and support for execution...
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